Learning to Lead - Summer Programs

Testimonials

“The Leadership Experience is something I will never forget. The friends and memories made that week are something that no one understands unless they went themselves.”

“I came into this experience not knowing anyone, so, already from the beginning I was pushed to take risks and leave my fears behind at home. In just five days I learned to lead and made so many new friends.”

“I would suggest this camp for anyone who wants to succeed at what they do. Anyone can be a leader – you don’t have to be loud, outgoing, or a natural leader.”

Welcome to The Leadership Experience, a one week not to miss event in the summer for high school students on the campus of Villanova University.

On The Move… 

 The Leadership Experience can be enjoyed in one of two ways: as an overnight resident or day participant.   Participants can expect to be on the move as sessions, events, and workshops take place throughout the Villanova Campus.

Fun Is Priority… 

 Interactive classroom sessions take place each day to build leadership skills. In addition hands on activities include team challenges to develop key skills. Many students commented on how they could not believe how much they learned but also had a lot of fun doing so!

 Whether it is through the projects, classroom sessions, challenge activities and free time, participants will be making long lasting friendships with students from all over the country and world.

2008 Track Information

The Leadership Experience involves students ranging from rising 8th graders to rising 12th graders. Some activities and events will involve all participants; at times however it is important to provide specific leadership education to specific age groups. Below are the four tracks that participants are separated into at various times throughout the week to allow for maximum participation and benefits to the students!

“Girls Take Charge” Track
“Girls Take Charge” track will be a special opportunity offered to rising 8th grade females during the week. Participants will engage in various workshops with topics such as confidence/body image, self awareness, goal setting, define and design U!

Track I
Participants in Track I will be rising 9th grade students. Focus will be spent on how to transition into high school/upper school years and get involved utilizing these new found leadership skills. This is a co-ed track.

Track II
Participants in Track II will be rising 10th graders. Focus will be spent on a variety of leadership topics including motivation, prioritization, and effective decision making. This is a co-ed track.

Track III
Participants in Track III will be rising11th and 12th graders. Focus will be spent in this track on topics such as how to successfully interact with all personalities, presentation skills, time management, and exploring college leadership opportunities. This is a co-ed track.